Senior Accountant
CFS
Shelton, CT
Position: Senior Accountant ($115K-$135K)
Reports To: Director Financial Services and Corporate Controller
Summary:
The Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing the monthly close process along with preparing reporting monthly, quarterly and annual results. Included in managing the monthly close with be responsibilities to prepare and record journal entries for multiple P&L and Balance Sheet areas. The position will ensure integrity of general ledgers in accounting ERP and financial reporting systems. Perform and review account reconciliations on a quarterly and annual basis. Support the financial services team with annual internal and external audits. Ensure compliance with filings to various regulatory bodies. Assist in the preparation of insurance Assess and document internal controls and procedures. Assist in the preparation of federal, state, and special tax returns.
Knowledge and Experience:
- BS in Accounting, strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, with potential experience in utility accounting concepts and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) accounting guidelines.
- Minimum 5 -7 years related experience utility accounting experience a plus.
- Experience with JD Edwards or similar ERP system required.
- Experience with nexus sales and use tax rules a plus.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills required for dealing with all levels of the organization as well as outside council, tax authorities, independent auditors, insurance claim adjusters, and senior level representatives from ownership partners.
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MaxSalary: USD135000
MinSalary: USD115000
About the Company
CFS
Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.
CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.
Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.